J
Jack
The choir leader, now determined to become a successful hunter.
COMPLETE BBC SERIES GUIDE · EPISODE 2 OF 4
LORD OF THE FLIES
Episode 2 · Jack
The setup
The boys have begun making rules and planning for rescue. Ralph and Jack have very different ideas about which jobs matter most.
OPTIONAL REFERENCECharacters, places and useful termsContains story details. Open after watching.
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6 peopleThe only names you need
R
Ralph
The elected chief trying to preserve the signal and the rules.
P
Piggy
Ralph’s practical adviser and the owner of the glasses used to make fire.
S
Simon
A gentle boy helping with shelters and the littleuns.
R
Roger
A hunter beginning to test how far he can go without consequences.
M
Maurice
A choirboy increasingly drawn into Jack’s group.
WHILE WATCHING
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AFTER WATCHING
Key story points
Hidden until you finish the episode.
Content note: Child peril, bullying, violence, death, blood, fire and distressing themes.